In Psychology, primary sources refer to original research articles, usually referred to as empirical studies. These articles present the results of research, by the researchers who conducted it. This research usually appears in peer-reviewed journals.
Secondary sources usually provide some level of analysis, description, or interpretation of original research articles. They may include books, textbooks, and encyclopedias, but may also include articles such as literature reviews.
You can find primary sources for Psychology by searching databases such as PsycARTICLES and PsycINFO; choose the Empirical Study option under the Methodology limiter.
